CVE-2006-5678

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in common/visiteurs/include/library.inc.php in J-Pierre DEZELUS Les Visiteurs 2.0.1, as used in phpMyConferences…

Critical · published November 3, 2006

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky remote file inclusion bug could let attackers run malicious PHP code in your server! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally cooks a secret recipe sent by a stranger — if the chef doesn’t check who sent it, they could end up serving a toxic dish. This vulnerability allows attackers to deliver harmful code via a simple URL, potentially compromising your entire system. If exploited, an attacker can execute arbitrary PHP code on your server, leading to catastrophic consequences like data theft, unauthorized access, or even taking complete control of your website. This isn’t just a scare tactic; it could turn your site into a playground for cybercriminals!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally cooks a secret recipe sent by a stranger — if the chef doesn’t check who sent it, they could end up serving a toxic dish. This vulnerability allows attackers to deliver harmful code via a simple URL, potentially compromising your entire system. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the lvc_modules_dir parameter in the library.inc.php file of J-Pierre DEZELUS Les Visiteurs 2.0.1. When this parameter allows inclusion of a URL, it opens the door for attackers to run malicious code remotely.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker can execute arbitrary PHP code on your server, leading to catastrophic consequences like data theft, unauthorized access, or even taking complete control of your website. This isn’t just a scare tactic; it could turn your site into a playground for cybercriminals! To secure your application, immediately review and patch to the latest version of Les Visiteurs. Ensure that input validation is implemented to restrict the lvc_modules_dir parameter to trusted sources only. Audit your code to eliminate any potential remote file inclusion risks. You've got this! With these steps, you’ll ensure your application is as secure as a vault! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01932 · 79.9th percentile
Published
2006-11-03T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 NOV 11:00Z
    PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in common/visiteurs/include/library.inc.php in J-Pierre DEZELUS Les Visiteurs 2.0.1, as used in phpMyConferences…
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